Senior Manager - Master Development - Dubai Holding Land Estates

Senior Manager - Master Development is responsible for managing and ensuring cost effective, aesthetically pleasing master developments, released to the market on time, which can be constructed to a fixed budget to produce an agreed return to the business and its stakeholders.

• Assist in the preparation of project development briefs for various asset classes.
• Liaise with various consultants such as design, lead and cost consultants
• During design development, review and challenge the cost estimates at each design gateway and provide direction to the various design consultants to remain within approved budgets.
• Review feedback from sales, marketing, FM, security, IT and ensure product improvement.
• Liaise with various internal and external stakeholders.
• Achieve the Company’s core purpose to create great places for people to reside, work, relax and play and to improve the quality of life of the society in which the Company operates.
• Manage team resources, both internal and external, to optimize productivity and ensure that the project is delivered within the agreed time, cost and specification.
• Assist with the preparation of RFPs, Consultancy Agreements and Construction Contracts. Prepares Budget reconciliation documentation.
• Assist in managing documentation that is required prior to product sales launch.
• Provide periodic status reports (weekly, monthly and ad hoc) concerning design development, commercial performance, construction updates, authority’s approvals, procurement and schedule performance.
• Provide early warning of any potential issues that may affect the delivery of the product from a commercial, schedule and specification perspective and communicates these issues to senior management.
• Assist in risk management studies with internal stakeholders.
• Review programmes and provide commentary on opportunities where programme performance can be improved.
• Prepare and conduct presentations to senior management concerning product particulars, design intent and commercial performance that are required when necessary to obtain an approval.
• Maintain and adopt the Company’s HSEQ policies.
• Achieve Company goals to develop products that are the first choice in every product and price segment across every development category such as retail, residential, office, hotel, etc.
• Instigate value engineering studies when appropriate whilst ensuring the product brief and quality aspirations are maintained.
• Liaise with statutory authorities as required.
• Ensure that design Consultants comply with the product brief to ensure costs for the development remain within budget.
• Assist in the preparation of project development budgets and feasibility analysis for Senior Management approval.

• Proficiency in development feasibility analysis, and project optioneering.
• Bachelor’s degree in Urban Planning, Civil Engineering, Architecture, or a related field. Master’s degree is preferred.
• Minimum of 8 years of relevant experience in real estate development, with a focus on complex master planning, infrastructure coordination, and project management.
• Expertise in master planning coordination, infrastructure integration, and land development strategies.
• Strong understanding of UAE regulatory frameworks, master planning principles, and infrastructure planning standards.
• Deep knowledge of transportation planning, utility design, and land use optimization.
• Strong analytical skills, with the ability to interpret complex data and provide strategic recommendations.
• Proven experience in managing multi-phase development projects within a high-stakes environment, with an emphasis on technical problem-solving and strategic issue resolution.

At Dubai Holding, we're committed to nurturing the success and well-being of our colleagues. Join our dynamic and diverse team, and enjoy a comprehensive benefits package that includes competitive compensation, career development opportunities, and a collaborative work environment. We strongly believe in creating an empowered workforce that will help us build a connected city for tomorrow. We are committed to attracting the brightest minds and nurturing the most pioneering candidates who desire to make a great impact on the future of Dubai.

Our integrated real estate offering also includes a robust land sales portfolio, project management for large-scale projects, as well as top-notch facilities management services.